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B7 BCB

1996 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,329 mi
Last recorded63,329 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 BCB
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2018 63,329 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 60,935 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 60,900 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 60,715 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 60,510 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 58,007 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 56,275 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 53,369 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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B7 BCB is a 1996 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 119,184 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B7 BCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B7 BCB?

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What year was B7 BCB registered?

B7 BCB is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is B7 BCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B7 BCB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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